deputies arrived in an armored vehicle and spied barry in the bushes. at that point barry pointed what they thought was an assault rifle at them. they opened fire. after, the investigators learned it was only a homemade replica weapon. barry was hit twice and died at the hospital yesterday. >>> her family calls her their shining star, but most of the world knew her as 19 year-old lance corporal. she was one of two killed last week. here in the bay area where she grew up, her family is mourning her loss and remembering her amazing spirit. the marine's sister spoke today. what a tragic loss for that family, jodi. >> very tragic, jessica. the young marine from oakley had a lot of dreams, and she was proving she could make those dreams come true. tonight her family is heartbroken that their pride and joy is gone. >> she was a very positive person, brave, the most brave woman i ever met. >> reporter: but the family of 19-year-old lance corporal sara castomata can't believe the place they assumed she was safe is where she lost her life. military officials say